Events

Haawka/Hello! For the latest event in our Do the Work series, we invite you to join us at the Kumeyaay Community College Campus, nestled within the Sycuan Band of the Kumeyaay Nation, traditionally known as the village of Maatamo. Join us for an immersive experience where you'll hear from Kumeyaay artists and experts, dive into … Continue reading Do the Work: Kumeyaay Art & Expression

This deep dive aims to transform the way participants approach evaluation and reporting, making their philanthropic efforts more strategic, equitable, and impactful. Evaluation and reporting in philanthropy have traditionally been compliance-driven and transactional, often reinforcing power imbalances between funders and grantees. This session, led by experts Stephen Minix and Greg Woodburn from Upmetrics and Dr. … Continue reading Equitable Grantmaking Series: Transforming Philanthropy Through Strategic Learning

Navigating the world of philanthropy can be complex, and incorporating family dynamics can add another layer of challenge. Building on the success of our inaugural family philanthropy cohort, we are excited to offer another opportunity to explore strategies for engaging your family in philanthropy. Lorenza Fabre from Latattore Foundation and Kris Lin-Bronner from Dr. Bronner's … Continue reading Generational Giving: Engaging Your Family in Philanthropy

Join us for our first in-person meeting of the Arts & Intersections Funder Collaborative this year! This lightly programmed, working breakfast will provide an opportunity to connect with fellow funders working in the arts and its many intersections. Through a “world-café” style discussion, artists and arts leaders will share their insights and perspectives on the … Continue reading Breakfast with Artists & Art Leaders

Join us for the first session of the Imperial Valley Nonprofit Board Leadership Series, presented by the Imperial Valley Community Foundation and Catalyst of San Diego & Imperial Counties. During this session, we will discuss board roles, duties, and responsibilities. Participants will be provided with essential insights into the core responsibilities and legal duties of … Continue reading Imperial Valley Nonprofit Board Leadership Series: Overview of Board Roles, Duties, and Responsibilities (Session One)

Join Funders Together to End Homelessness San Diego for a field trip to East County, where we'll take an on-the-ground look at the state of homelessness and highlight successful programs and initiatives in the area. Funders Together to End Homelessness San Diego (FTEHSD) is a collaborative of individual, public and private funders that explore and … Continue reading Homelessness in East County: Solutions & Success Stories

Presented by the Imperial Valley Community Foundation and Catalyst of San Diego & Imperial Counties, the second session of our Imperial Valley non-profit board leadership series will dive into the financial world of non-profits. This session will demystify the crucial financial documents you need to know, including balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and cash … Continue reading Imperial Valley Nonprofit Board Leadership Series: Financials (Session Two)

Join us for the fourth session of the Imperial Valley nonprofit board leadership series to learn more about the process for becoming an established non-profit, including how to select a financial institution and get support for your nonprofit's accounting. Presented by the Imperial Valley Community Foundation and Catalyst of San Diego & Imperial Counties, this … Continue reading Imperial Valley Nonprofit Board Leadership Series: Professional Development and Establishing a Nonprofit (Session Four)

This event is postponed until early 2025. If you are interested in getting more information once rescheduled, please contact Maryan Osman.  Imperial County is both the youngest and the least populated county in California, and boasts an area more than twice the square miles of the State of Delaware. Imperial County produces two-thirds of all … Continue reading Do The Work: Imperial County Overnight

Join us for a discussion on arts-based social prescribing, health and wellness, and opportunities for investment in scalable solutions in the San Diego and Imperial County. Social prescribing helps individuals enhance their health, wellbeing, and social connection by linking them to community services like arts programs. Chris Appleton, founder and CEO of Art Pharmacy, will … Continue reading Arts & Intersections Funders: Activating Social Prescriptions in Your Ecosystem

Join us for an evening of networking, reflection, and celebration as we wrap up another successful year at Catalyst’s Winter Social! Rekindle connections with familiar faces or expand your network with like-minded peers over delicious bites and refreshing drinks. This year, we are proud to work with MAKE Projects, an employment social enterprise for San … Continue reading Catalyst Member Social

If you are a Catalyst member interested in attending this event, please contact Aline Racic. Over the last few years, we have seen historic public sector investments. However, often times these funds have lengthy application and management processes, making them frequently fail to reach the communities that need them most. Philanthropy, foundations, donors, and investors … Continue reading Bridging the Gap: A Collaborative Approach to Philanthropy